Every Moment that Follows

 

 

 

"Either write something worth reading

or do something worth writing.

 

Benjamin Franklin

 

 

Webster's English Dictionary defines the word worth as: having value; useful; and giving satisfaction.  I do believe I have value; that I can be useful; and that I am capable of giving satisfaction.  At certain times, I might even be capable to do all three at once! 

 

I personally found these descriptive words to be rather boring causing curiosity as to why this word  worth triggers insecurities.  If we all are created equal and we are made in God's image, where's the problem?

 

How would life be different, if from the time we were conceived, our birth mother began preparing us through words of love and kindness, not fear of physical pain, financial burdens, or lack of support.  What if we were greeted at birth with anticipation as a new bud waiting to unfold?  Imagine if we were nurtured and allowed to follow our inner cadence, would we be more secure? 

 

When we were in trouble for acting out whether for attention or simple exploration, how would we be different if we were settled in to listen to music rather than be yelled at, beaten or grounded?  Suppose we were asked to write out our feelings and then to discuss them later to bring understanding from all of the family.

 

Think about the outcome if the laughter of criticism was restricted to be used only in adoration or applause for jobs done to the best of age ability.  How about a hug just for the heck of it instead of used only in good-byes?  

 

Is there any way we can all focus on the light until the glow is so bright there is no longer the illusion of duality?  If we could see our own reflection in the eyes of others, would we not want to embrace rather than raise a fist?  

 

We are all worthy, but we must strive to see our own worth above and beyond the opinions of others.  We are all love.  We must love our selves so deeply that all that remains is love for others.  Love can squeeze out hatred, greed, and oppression, to be replaced with compassion, assistance and freedom. 

 

We will recognize basic worth in each other.  Will you consciously join me? It begins with me, in this moment and every moment that follows.  I am prepared, are you?